ICU Respiratory Therapist — Critical Care Specialist

StaffDNA; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

StaffDNA is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our ICU team. You will provide critical respiratory care to patients with severe breathing disorders and life-threatening conditions, ensuring optimal outcomes through advanced therapeutic interventions.

The role involves monitoring patients, initiating and managing ventilation, administering prescribed therapies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions in the ICU setting.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation and other life-support systems for critically ill patients.
• Administer aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory treatments as prescribed.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung performance.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Respond to emergency situations, including rapid response or code blue events, to provide airway management and support.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document all treatments and progress in compliance with hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment use when transitioning out of the ICU.

Job description

StaffDNA is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our ICU team. You will provide critical respiratory care to patients with severe breathing disorders and life-threatening conditions, ensuring optimal outcomes through advanced therapeutic interventions.

The role involves monitoring patients, initiating and managing ventilation, administering prescribed therapies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.